Russell Martin and Nico Raskin (Image: PA)
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Nico Raskin will not return to the Rangers squad to face Hearts on Saturday, according to reports.
The midfielder was bombed completely from the squad for the derby against Celtic last weekend with reports suggesting his behaviour behind the scenes was to blame.
Manager Russell Martin denied there had been a breakdown in the relationship between the pair.
Raskin’s dad, Thierry, slammed the manager in an outspoken social media post, claiming he had an ‘oversized ego’.
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It seemed there was a strong chance the 24-year-old would leave the club before the transfer window with clubs showing interest. However, it is claimed he rejected the chance to move to England and chose to fight for his future at Ibrox.
Raskin scored for Belgium during the international break but it is now claimed there will still be no place for him in the matchday squad.
He has been back in training with his club but STV reports he will be left out after further talks with Martin.
It is another huge match for the club as they search for their first league win of the season up against Derek McInnes’ unbeaten Hearts.
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